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KO08 AVT

2008 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

114,515 mi
Last recorded114,515 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2019
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKO08 AVT
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2019 114,515 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Nov 2019 114,510 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Nov 2018 110,999 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

rear exhaust bracket detatched/corroded, system still secure

windscreen chipped

Fail 8 Nov 2018 110,999 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

rear exhaust bracket detatched/corroded, system still secure

windscreen chipped

Pass 18 Oct 2017 98,916 miles

both front tyres worn on outer edges

outer sills corroding/weak at front (not within 30cm of any mounting)

Fail 18 Oct 2017 98,916 miles

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

both front tyres worn on outer edges

outer sills corroding/weak at front (not within 30cm of any mounting)

Pass 1 Nov 2016 86,750 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 72,940 miles

both rear tyres worn on inner edges (borderline)

Fail 10 Oct 2015 72,940 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

both rear tyres worn on inner edges (borderline)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 55,473 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 47,692 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2013 47,692 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

both rear tyres cracking in tread

Pass 13 Jun 2012 38,841 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 30,462 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen Xsara?

Based on 5,047,330 MOT tests across 355,498 vehicles.

69.1%
Pass Rate
7,021
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
355,498
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 242,573
Registration plate lamp not working 140,363
Stop lamp not working 132,977
position lamp(s) not working 129,143
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 102,720
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KO08 AVT is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2008 Citroen Xsara models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 70,413 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Citroen Xsara fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 242,573 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KO08 AVT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen Xsara typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Citroen Xsara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KO08 AVT registered?

KO08 AVT is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 29 July 2008.

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